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SM62 AXX

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2025
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

130,986 mi
Last recorded130,986 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2024
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM62 AXX
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2024 130,986 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 122,822 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 117,640 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 110,662 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2021 110,650 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 99,473 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Nov 2020 99,473 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing,close to limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2019 82,755 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 82,755 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 10 May 2018 56,668 miles

Engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored/corroded (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 May 2017 42,975 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 42,975 miles

Side repeater not working OFFSIDE (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 May 2016 24,336 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 24,336 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 21,010 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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SM62 AXX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 67,597 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM62 AXX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 1 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SM62 AXX?

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What year was SM62 AXX registered?

SM62 AXX is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 19 October 2012.

Is SM62 AXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM62 AXX shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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